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The Mother-in-Law Dance: Can Two Women Love the Same Man and Still Get Along? (Paperback)

by Annie Chapman (Author)
Key Phrases: square dancing, The Mother-in-Law Dance, Different Beat, God's Word (more...)
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Can two women love the same man and still get along? Absolutely! Annie Chapman believes that a mother–in–law and daughter–in–law can become friends—even close friends. However, this connectedness often takes years to develop. Now that journey can be a joyful one! Offering practical advice and biblical wisdom, this book helps mothers–in–law and daughters–in–law nurture their relationships. Readers will learn how to dance together on topics that include—

  • dealing with traditions and activities
  • managing differences in handling money
  • handling intrusive comments and actions
  • accepting and rejecting child–rearing advice
  • coping with differences in faith

Through thoughtful ideas, real–life insights, and humor, The Mother–in–Law Dance helps mothers–in–law and daughters–in–law experience a dynamic, loving relationship.


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  • Paperback: 192 pages
  • Publisher: Harvest House Publishers (July 1, 2004)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0736914560
  • ISBN-13: 978-0736914567
  • Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.3 x 0.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 7.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #86,643 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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50 of 54 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The Mother-In-Law Dance, June 20, 2005
I believe this is an excellent book. My mother in law and I had a big fallout after my daughter was born. If I had read this book beforehand it may have alleviated some of the tension we have now. It talks about establishing boundaries of a new family, respecting or rejecting advice, overcoming conflict, forgiveness,and of course your husband and how she feels pushed out of this new unit or family. I like the biblical references, God's standard is high. We might not achieve that "Ruth and Naomi" relationship but it gives something to aim for...For me personally, it's going to take time to heal the rift we have but I'm trying and the book helps. My motherin law said some really mean things. I intend to be married to my husband until death do us parts and I want to have a half way decent relationship for my husband but also my child andof course ME. When you don't forgive the only person you're hurting is yourself. You can't let the bittnerness consume you.
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5.0 out of 5 stars You Too Can Love Your Mother-in-Law, December 9, 2007
By Aimee McNally (Silicon Valley, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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For ten years of my married life, I searched for a resource that would help me understand the dynamics of an in-law relationship. The books I found only had a paragraph or two on the in-law relationship. I needed something more substantial. I did Internet searches on how to get along with in-laws and was appalled by the hurtful words women used to describe their in-law relationships. After pouring hours (and years) into the search, I gave up. I concluded there were no resources to fill my need. At the Christian book store my eye caught this book because it had those socially stigmatized words on the front cover: "Mother-In-Law." I did not expect it to provide much insight since my previous searches were dead-ends. On the contrary, this book provides plenty of insight for both daughter-in-law and mother-in-law.

In this book, Annie Chapman demonstrates how a daughter-in-law or mother-in-law can love each other despite differences and how to forgive hurts. She deeply understands that the relationship between these two women is one of the most delicate and valuable of all family connections. She uses several stories as examples throughout the book from the women she interviewed.

I enjoyed the chapter about how to speak with in-laws without hurting your husband or yourself. We have a Christian responsibility to love our in-laws. One way to show that love is to control the tongue. Controlling the tongue avoids having to apologize for unkind, untrue, or unnecessary words. "If families would eliminate gossip, reject judgment, and season conversations with good, wholesome communication, think what a pleasant and safe place all of our homes would be" (pg 45).

Here are the topics I enjoyed:

An introduction to the delicate relationship between mother-in-law and daughter-in-law and how to "put on" love
Focusing on what a great job the mother-in-law did in raising her son
Backing off and allowing the son to live independently
Speaking kind words and doing kind deeds
Understanding and bridging the generation gap
Dealing with a non-responsive in-law
Loving a non-believer
Divorce and remarriage: how to forgive and deal with loss


The back of the book has a short two-page per chapter study guides for individuals or small groups. Examples of questions: "What three things can you do to show your mother-in-law your love and appreciation to her as your husband's mother?" For the mother-in-law, "List three things you can do that will honor your son's wife and show her you accept her God-given place in the family."

My heart was changed after reading this book. I was touched by the lists of things I could do to help bridge my relationships, not only with my mother-in-law, but with other relatives. After reading this book, you too will be convicted to demonstrate your love for your in-laws.
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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Non-Bashing Book!, January 19, 2007
This book has really helped me out a lot in my relationship with my Mother-in-Law. It makes both sides step back and really look at the situation and try to understand where the other person is coming from. It doesn't bash or put down either one. I would recommend it to every mother-in-law and daughter-in-law!
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